How to Pronounce Entasis

To pronounce "entasis", say ENT-as-is — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛntəsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɛntəsɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “entasis”

"entasis" has 3 syllables: ent-as-is.

What does entasis mean?

noun

  1. A slight convex curvature introduced into the shaft of a column for aesthetic reasons, or to compensate for the illusion of concavity.

Related words

vergeapophygeconcavationcambercurvativeincavityincurvationconcave

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "entasis"?▾

"Entasis" has 3 syllables: ent · as · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "entasis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "entasis" is /ˈɛntəsɪs/.

What does "entasis" mean?▾

Entasis: A slight convex curvature introduced into the shaft of a column for aesthetic reasons, or to compensate for the illusion of concavity.

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